About a Boy, Nick Hornby

Filip Lijović 3.d

I liked the novel because it shows that it's never too late to change and you never know
what tomorrow will bring. The novel explores various themes related to human relations,
growing up, and responsibility. It also emphasizes the idea that taking on full responsibility
puts us in a position wherein other people will help us. In addition, it tackles taboo subjects
such as suicide and child abuse.

My favorite character

Will is a rich middle-aged man who has no job. In the beginning, Will is an arrogant
womanizer that enjoys spending his money and he doesn't worry about a thing. He acts like
a spoiled teenager even though he is in his thirties and he takes responsibility for nothing.
As the story goes on, he becomes more mature thanks to his friendship with Marcus
because he thought that life doesn't revolve around making yourself happy. Will also falls in
love with Rachel and finally has important people in his life who make him responsible. I
didn't like Will at the beginning because he was spoiled, selfish, and childish. I'm glad he met
Marcus because he helped him finally grow up. What I liked most about Will was that he
was funny and that he treated Marcus not only as his friend but as his son. Will is also an
indication that it is never too late to change for the better.